Sunday, September 04, 2016

The South Florida Chapter of the Federal Bar Association, in cooperation with the Intellectual Property Law and Federal Litigation Sections of the Federal Bar Association, is launching the first annual FBA Art Law and Litigation Conference on Wednesday, November 30.

Gain insights from a unique perspective as top art law litigators from around the country join with respected art fair executive directors and the artists themselves. This full day of CLE programming offers sessions on a variety of art-related legal topics, as well as keynote addresses presented by Judge Gerald E. Rosen of the Eastern District of Michigan and Chief Judge Loretta A. Preska of the Southern District of New York.

Taking place in Miami just prior to the opening of famed Art Basel Miami Beach and approximately 20 other contemporary art fairs, you will be immersed in the world’s largest collective contemporary art fair—where top dealers, collectors, celebrities, and art journalists convene. It is Miami’s busiest, most celebrated, and fun week of the year!

Register here! All registered attendees are invited to the Welcome Reception on Tuesday, November 29 at the Lowe Art Museum at the University of Miami from 5:00–6:30 p.m. Catch up with colleagues or make new connections while having exclusive access to the museum’s art exhibitions.

We look forward to seeing you in Miami! Start networking early and visit the conference Facebook page today.

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TUESDAY NOVEMBER 29, 2016

5:00-6:30 p.m.

Welcome ReceptionLowe Art Museum at the University of Miami1301 Stanford Drive Coral Gables, FL 33124*Hosted by the South Florida Chapter

WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 30, 2016

8:00-8:30 a.m.

Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:30-9:00 a.m.

Welcome and Introductions

9:00-10:00 a.m.

Impact of Art Fairs on the Market and ArtistsExplore the practical logistics of what it takes to organize, execute, and handle legal issues related to an art fair, including permitting, government relations, audience determination, and handling the unexpected during the planning process.

Biennial and Triennial City Wide Exhibitions: Challenges and OpportunitiesReview the phenomenon and the history of biennial and triennial exhibitions, including newly-commissioned works, public installations, and related legal issues.

Trevor Schoonmaker, Prospect New Orleans

Brooke Davis Anderson, Executive Director, Prospect 4

Christopher J. Alfieri, Christovich & Kearney LLP

11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Developing an Art Law Practice
Learn about recommended resources, practice tips, and pitfalls to avoid while building a law practice representing visual artists, galleries, art dealers, academic institutions, and other players in the world of fine art.

Lisa F. Moore, Member, The Moore Firm, LLC, Atlanta

Andrew Pequignot, Member, The Moore Firm, LLC, Atlanta

Hon. Loretta A. Preska, Chief Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York

12:15-1:30 p.m.

Luncheon Keynote: Detroit Institute of the Arts: How Art Saved A City

Hon. Gerald Rosen, Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan

Called “the architect of Detroit’s Grand Bargain,” then-Chief Judge Gerald Rosen of the Eastern District of Michigan shocked his colleagues by agreeing to act as lead mediator in the largest municipal bankruptcy in U.S. history. Join us to hear the spectacular story of how, under Judge Rosen’s powers of persuasion and imagination, parties with seemingly intractable differences came together to save one of the world’s leading cultural institutions, and by doing so, saved Detroit and its pensioners.

1:30-2:30 p.m.

Looted and Stolen Art - Dealing with Provenance Issues in Cuba and the Around WorldIssues of provenance and marketable title accompany the acquisition of all art work; these issues are amplified when the art work has passed through the hands of autocratic governments or less-than-reputable dealers. Our panel addresses these issues, with a special discussion of artwork acquired from Cuba.

Roland Sanchez-Medina, SMGQ Law (Moderator)

Paul Schwiep, Coffey Burlington

Pedro Freyre, Chair, International Practice, Akerman

Javier Lumbreras, Artemundi Management Ltd.

2:45-3:45 p.m.

Monetization of Private Collections and Art LendingHear about the various options an owner has in the sale of a collection, including using the collection as collateral and leveraging the value of the collection while either still in possession or during the sale of the collection.

Jill Dupee

Jose Sirven, Holland and Knight

3:45-4:00 p.m.

Closing Keynote: Get Over Yourself: Parody and Fine Art

Hon. Loretta A. Preska, Chief Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York

Partner in Manhattan law firm Dunnington Bartholow & Miller LLP in New York City litigating in federal and state courts and arbitrations. Experienced trial and appellate practitioner. Author: Copyright Litigation Handbook (Thomson Reuters 2015-2016). The New York Law Journal called it "an indispensable guide". Serve on the Board of Directors of the Federal Bar Association, served as Chair of the Circuit Vice Presidents, Vice President for the Second Circuit and General Counsel. Member Board of Governors, National Arts Club. President, Network of Bar Leaders (2013-2014).
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About Me

Partner in Manhattan law firm Dunnington Bartholow & Miller LLP in New York City litigating in federal and state courts and arbitrations. Experienced trial and appellate practitioner. Author: Copyright Litigation Handbook (Thomson Reuters 2015-2016). The New York Law Journal called it "an indispensable guide". Serve on the Board of Directors of the Federal Bar Association, served as Chair of the Circuit Vice Presidents, Vice President for the Second Circuit and General Counsel. Member Board of Governors, National Arts Club. President, Network of Bar Leaders (2013-2014).
Attorney advertising disclaimer - prior results do not guarantee success. The statements and opinions voiced here are my own and not of my law firm.